A
little history and a pursuit of happiness…
Plastic surgery is not new. It was first practiced in India in
650 B.C. for nose reconstruction using skin from the fore-
head. The word “plastic” in plastic surgery is derived from
a Greek word, plastikos, which means “form”.
Like an
artist, a plastic surgeon designs or
shapes a new form for an individ-
ual, taking into account the struc-
ture and function of the body.
But, times have changed…
today‟s society is focused on the
pursuit of happiness.
People now
believe cosmetic surgery can help
their career with a fresher look
possibly giving them an edge in a
younger, more competitive mar-
ket. As well, individuals who
have gone through a divorce or
other significant life events may
simply desire a new start in life.
A conversation with Dr. Huq…
But why change at all? Dr. Huq responds “It‟s a good
question. All of us have different personal goals and moti-
vating factors. Sometimes we act and feel much younger
than we really are or appear to be.
Plastic surgery is not a
solution for everyone; some people simply prefer to accept
aging as a natural part of life. Other people however are
self-conscious or perhaps embarrassed by certain physical
changes due to aging.
At the Institute we understand this
and offer a wide range of specialized surgical and non-
surgical options tailored to individuals having concerns in
this regard.”
Dr. Huq adds “We must, however, distinguish between
youth and beauty. Most people that we see at the Institute
is not a traditional facelift but rather a mini-facelift.
At the OptimumLIFTTM, are full face and neck lifts, tummy tucks,
Institute we have further developed and refined this proce- liposuction, BOTOX®, breast reduction and eyelid lifts.”
dure and have now established it as producing an almost Dr. Huq adds “But the heart of our philosophy is truly un-
immediate and permanent improvement with excellent long derstanding your unique goals and doing what is right for
-term results.”
Dr. Huq adds “Because the approach of the you.”
mini facelift is so unique and requires no general (inhaled)
anesthesia there is a greatly reduced chance of complica-
generally have realistic goals and expectations.
While some
seek to improve their natural beauty through specific im-
provements such as the removal of a mole or a bump on the
nose, most simply want to „turn back the clock…and in
most cases we can help them with these goals”
What’s new in cosmetic surgery?
Dr Huq replied “During the 1990‟s, a trend began in mini-
mally invasive procedures in plastic surgery. BOTOX®
became very popular, but it tends to lasts only about three
to six months and can be quite expensive in the long run.
Most wrinkle fillers are also temporary and somewhat
costly. Lasers and IPL (intense pulsed light) treatments are
an option; however they often require multiple visits which
increases the total cost to gain what is often only modest
results.
“New barbed threads were released, but years later, there is
still no significant follow-up scientific data published to
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support a real and lasting cosmetic improvement.
Different types of threads are being developed as there are
still many problems to be solved with this method. So to
date, surgery still produces the most impressive and permanent results.
However, some people feel that it is still too
significant a commitment, and are faced with choosing less
than ideal, temporary procedures…until now.”
So, there is an alternative?
“In a word, yes…the OptimumLIFTTM mini facelift” Dr.
Huq responds. “Tens of thousands of men and women have
been thrilled by a recently developed type of facelift which
is not a traditional facelift but rather a mini-facelift.
At the
Institute we have further developed and refined this procedure
and have now established it as producing an almost
immediate and permanent improvement with excellent longterm results.”
Dr. Huq adds “Because the approach of the
mini facelift is so unique and requires no general (inhaled)
anesthesia there is a greatly reduced chance of complications and significantly
reduced recovery time or „down time as it is often called.”
“The procedure is performed entirely in our offices and
takes only about an hour or so. Since you will not have to
step foot in the hospital your privacy and confidentiality
are assured.” Dr. Huq also suggests “another great advan-
tage of the OptimumLIFTTM is it‟s affordability, with the
cost generally being about half the cost of a full facelift.”
How does the OptimumLIFTTM work?
Dr. Huq describes the procedure “very small incisions are
Network’s “Skin Deep”
along the hairline, inside and around the ear. The placement of the incisions are planned to be very well hidden.
The deeper tissue structures are then released and resuspended.
The jaw line is usually lifted at least two or
three centimeters. The procedure also aids in tightening the
neck by improving the vertical bands to recapture a more
graceful, smooth, swan-like neck. The skin is then closed
with absorbable sutures in multiple layers, so there is no
need to return for suture removal.”
“Our patients generally experience a very quick recovery
time and experience little or no pain. In fact, some people
do not even require pain medica-
tion after the procedure and can
often, by using a little cover-up
makeup, return to work in a few
days.”
Who is a good a candidate
for this procedure?
Most people seeking this type of
procedure are between 45 and 75
years of age. The procedure is
highly effective on both men and
women who have heavy jowls, a
loose neck, or aging, sagging face
and neck skin” says Dr. Huq. He
adds, “It is also best to have any
medical conditions well controlled before undergo-
ing the procedure. Quit smoking, stabilize your weight, and
keep your blood pressure and blood sugar under control,”
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Does the Institute offer other procedures
and services?
Yes, we offer a full range of surgical and non-surgical
services, some of the more popular being, along with the
OptimumLIFTTM, are full face and neck lifts, tummy tucks,
liposuction, BOTOX®, breast reduction and eyelid lifts.”
Dr. Huq adds “But the heart of our philosophy is truly understanding your unique goals and doing what is right for
you.”
About Dr. Huq...
Dr. Nasim S. Huq, M.D., FRCSC, M.Sc., FACS
performs all surgical procedures at N.I.C.E. He is a Fel-
low of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Canada. As a diplomate of the American Board of Plas-
tic Surgery and Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery
at McMaster University, Dr. Huq is committed to pro-
viding the highest quality of care possible to his patients.
He has often been featured on television, most recently
on the Life program on which he performed a facelift for a Niagara resident. Dr.
Huq is highly skilled in a broad range of leading-edge
techniques in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, specializing in those for the face, neck, eyelids, breasts,hands and body.
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